John D. Simmons
Simmons Hanly Conroy | Simmons Hanly Conroy LLP • Alton, IL
Personal Injury
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Professional
About
Founding partner, John Simmons, started The Simmons Firm in 1999 with eight employees and a focus on asbestos litigation. John's vision was to provide clients with a high level of service and care. Today that vision has been realized. Now known as SimmonsCooper, the firm has over 60 attorneys and nearly 300 employees, as well as a firm-wide dedication to giving clients personal attention. John has overseen some of the firm's biggest verdicts and settlements, including some of the largest asbestos injury awards in U.S. history.* John's commitment to the victims of mesothelioma runs deep. He and SimmonsCooper jointly pledged $10.2 million to establish the SimmonsCooper Cancer Institute at Southern Illinois University in Springfield. The Cancer Institute is a community-based patient care, research, education and outreach program created to improve cancer care for the citizens of Central and Southern Illinois.
About Personal Injury Law
Personal injury attorneys represent individuals who have been injured due to the negligence of others. They work to obtain compensation for medical expenses, lost wages, and pain and suffering. Common matters include car accidents, slip and fall, medical malpractice, workplace injuries.
Credentials
Education
N/A Southern Methodist University School of Law JD - Juris Doctor N/A Southern Illinois University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Associations
American Trial Lawyers Association Member Illinois Trial Lawyers Association Member Southern Illinois University Board of Trustees Board Member United Way Partnership Executive Board Member
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Updated: May 28, 2026